TAYLORVILLE JR HIGH SCHOOL

Taylorville Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Taylorville CUSD 3 school district, located in Taylorville, IL with about 772 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, Taylorville Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Taylorville Junior High School, located at 120 E. Bidwell St. in Taylorville, Illinois, serves as a primary educational hub for students in the middle school grade levels within the Taylorville Community Unit School District #3. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development, helping students transition from elementary school to the more complex requirements of high school. As a central part of the Taylorville community, the school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that typically includes core subjects such as mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, alongside various elective opportunities designed to help students discover their individual interests.

Beyond the classroom, Taylorville Junior High School is committed to cultivating a well-rounded educational experience through a variety of extracurricular activities. The school often provides opportunities for students to participate in athletics, clubs, and fine arts programs, which are aimed at building character, teamwork, and leadership skills. By prioritizing both academic excellence and student engagement, the school strives to prepare its young learners for future success in high school and beyond, maintaining a supportive atmosphere that reflects the values of the Taylorville community.

For more information, contact Taylorville Jr High School at (217) 824-4924 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.